BACHELOR'S DEGREE PROGRAMME
Term-End Examination
December, 2016

FST-01 FOUNDATION COURSE IN SCIENCE
AND TECHNOLOGY

Time hours Maximum Marks: 100
Note: All questions of Section A are compulsory. In Section B and Section give answers as per instructions given.


SECTION A

1. Choose the correct word from those given in the parentheses: Light year is the unit of(distance/time). Carbon dioxide is utilised during photosynthesis and released during (transpiration/respiration). Nuclear (fission/fusion) is the splitting of a large nucleus into two nuclei. (Circulatory/Immune) system in our body protects us from invasion of germs. The entry point of solar energy in an ecosystem is (producer/herbivore).

2. State whether the following statements are True or False 5
The functional unit of the nervous system is called brain. The cosmic distances are measured in miles. The causative agent for mumps is a virus. Ergonomics relates to the study of efficiency of a person in the working environment. Oil is a non-renewable resource of energy.

3. Match the items given under Column A with those given under Column B 5

Column A Column B Measles (i) Based on reason J.C. Bose (ii) Food scarcity Scientific (iii) Tool of domination Knowledge End of Stone Age Virus Technology Crescograph


SECTION B

Answer the following questions. Limit your answers up to 200 words for each question. All questions carry equal marks.

4. Mention the names of two diseases caused due to protein-calorie malnutrition. State their symptoms. 10

OR

Briefly discuss the impediments to the growth of science in Medieval India. 10

5. Discuss the problems faced by any country when it imports technology from another country. 10

OR

Why is soil considered a basic resource for agriculture How can saline and alkaline soils be reclaimed? 10

6. Describe the various renewable resources of energy. 10

OR

What is the full form of the term Describe the applications of lasers. 10

7. Write any five features of the planet Jupiter. How would you differentiate it from the Red Planet? 10

OR

Prepare a detailed account on the application of science and technology in small scale industries. 10


SECTION C
Answer the following questions. Limit your answers up to 300 words for each question. All questions carry equal marks.

8. Write short notes on any three of the following: 15 Neuron Eutrophication Bronze Age Civilisation Science and Technology for National Development Robotics

OR

Describe the evidences that support the various theories proposed for the evolution of modem man. 15

9. What is meant by cycling of materials in an ecosystem Describe the carbon cycle in detail with the help of a suitable diagram. 15

OR

What is Biotechnology? Describe the underlying techniques of genetic engineering and enzyme immobilisation. 15

10. Describe the life story of a star. 15

OR

With the help of a suitable example, describe the concept of systems view of life. 15